Whirlpool Dishwasher door balance spring WP8270020, Replaces 8270020

Genuine Whirlpool OEM dishwasher door balance spring. The spring applies tension through the door hinge to help prevent the dishwasher door from dropping too quickly and to support smooth opening, closing, and latching. Sold individually.

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✅ Cross Reference Information

Common Symptoms

• Door opens too quickly or slams downward
• Door is difficult to lift or close
• Door does not remain in an open position
• Door may close or latch unevenly if spring tension is lost
• Noise may occur from a damaged spring, cable, or related door-balance hardware

Check Before Replacing

• With the dishwasher empty and the door supported, manually open and close the door slowly and compare its resistance and movement on both sides.
• Visually inspect the accessible door-balance area for a broken, stretched, detached, or heavily corroded spring.
• Inspect the attached door-link cable and routing for fraying, detachment, or damage; a cable or hinge problem can produce similar symptoms.
• Confirm the spring is connected at both attachment points and that the door movement is not obstructed by insulation or surrounding hardware.
• Verify the appliance model before ordering because door-balance components are model-specific.

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Part Details

Key Features

• Genuine Whirlpool OEM dishwasher door-balance spring
• Sold individually
• Manufacturer part number WP8270020
• Replaces Whirlpool part 8270020
• Designed to work with the dishwasher door-link and hinge balance mechanism

Installation Notes

• Disconnect electrical power before working on the dishwasher and support the door so it cannot fall unexpectedly.
• Follow the installation procedure for the exact dishwasher model because spring, cable, hinge, insulation, and access arrangements can vary.
• Inspect the door-link cable and related balance hardware while the spring is accessible; replace damaged related components rather than relying on a new spring alone.
• After installation, operate the door slowly and verify balanced movement, stable open positioning, smooth closing, and proper latching before normal use.

Verified Compatible Models

665.13213K901, 66515912000, 66515912001, 66515914001, 66515919000, 66516914000, 665110739190, GU3600XTRB0, GU3600XTRQ0, IUD7555DS3, IUD8010DS0, IUD8010DS2, IUD9500VX0, IUD9500WX2, IUD9500WX3

Fitment reminder: Match the complete appliance model number, including suffix or revision where applicable, before ordering.